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Dominican Republic proposes casino licences for qualifying cruise ships

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The Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Finance and Economy has opened a public consultation on draft rules requiring casino cruise ships to hold licences while operating in national waters or ports. The proposal covers ships carrying more than 2,000 passengers that remain in the country for at least six hours; submissions are due by 19 February 2026.

Cruise operators meeting the proposed criteria could face licensing, bond and operating-fee requirements in Dominican waters.

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